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Engagement Rings 101

Caring for your engagement ring

 

Although the diamond is regarded as the most durable substance on earth, it is not infallible. Diamonds, especially fine cut ones, are susceptible to chipping, scratching, tarnishing, or just plain getting lost.

Is Round Brilliant really the best?

An "ideal cut" Round Brilliant diamond is considered to be the most dramatic cut a diamond can be today. The brilliant cut was developed in the 17th century and evolved to the Round Brilliant in the early 1900s. Recently, computer models and modern saws have enabled diamond cutters to maximize the brilliance, or light coming from the diamond, and fire, or color flashes, the Round Brilliant diamond emits.

The Engagement Ring That Never Goes Out of Style

There are so many different styles of engagement rings to choose from in today’s market however, the classic cut is making a huge come back. The classic design makes for an awesome heirloom and retains its value and style for years to come. The diamond solitaire in the emerald cut is still the top seller.

What is a colored diamond? Colored Diamond vs. traditional diamonds

The traditional clear diamond is more affordable than a colored diamond. However the colored diamonds are becoming the hot new trend. A naturally colored stone is by far the most expensive. The traditional diamond is more often chosen for its affordability. Gemologists are synthetically manufacturing the more affordable colored diamonds.

Fun (and Useful) Engagement Ring Facts

Fact 1: In 2006, the national average spent on wedding rings was about $3,000-$4,000

 

Fact 2: In 2006, the average size diamond given in the United States for engagement is .38 carats

 

Fact 3:  The most popular engagement ring cut is the round brilliant diamond

How to Know Your Girlfriend’s Ring Size

Shopping for that perfect ring to go with your perfect proposal can be exciting, especially if you know what she likes. Now if you only knew her ring size.  You don’t want all that planning to get fudged because you bought something that looks like a college football ring on her tiny little finger.  If you want to surprise her with a well-fitted ring, here are a few clever ways to figure it out. 

6 Steps to Inspecting A Diamond Before You Buy

When you’re shopping for an engagement ring, you’re really shopping for a diamond.  Knowing the majority of your cash will be spent on these precious stones, you should educate yourself on how to examine them properly.  Steer clear of costly mistakes – look over these quick and easy guidelines to examining diamonds - you’ll feel much better about your final purchase! 

Man-Made Diamonds: What Are They And Should I Buy One?

Cost Advantage of Man-Made Diamonds

More and more couples who are engaged are examining the prices of various wedding sets.  There is a great deal of social pressure to have nothing but the best looking engagement ring and wedding set.  However, you will find that progressively more couples are questioning as to whether or not it is really necessary or appropriate to pay large sums of money on a traditional diamond engagement ring.

How To Clean Your Engagement Ring

It is imperative to know how to clean an engagement ring.  Often people think that day to day hand washing will keep an engagement ring clean and sparkly.  There are some basic do’s and don’ts for caring for your new engagement ring.

Top 10 Things to Do to Care for Your Engagement Ring...

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